Proverbs 14:28 In the multitude of people is the king’s honour: but in the want of people is the destruction of the prince.
‘In the multitude of people is the king’s honour: but in the want of people is the destruction of the prince.’ The popularity of a king is his security, but the rebellion of the people is his downfall. The king in these Scriptures refers to one’s ruler.
When a king is merciful and truthful, his subjects have confidence in him and they uphold him as their leader (20:28).
A good king’s heart is as pliable in the hands of God as the small irrigation channels are controlled by the gardener (21:1).
He that loves pureness of heart, for the grace of his lips, the king shall be his friend; this is the reward for purity of heart (22:11).
A man diligent in business shall be honoured by kings and respected by his subjects. Speedy execution of a king’s command is a virtue that he appreciates. Kings search for the most diligent and capable businessmen of their realm to place over certain affairs of the kingdom (22:29).
Worship and obey God, and respect and obey the king [leaders]. It has nothing to do with anarchists who are always trying to change government and religion. Anarchy is the most dangerous spirit that can get hold of men (17:11; 24:21; 2Pet. 2:10).
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